What is this medicine?

ASPIRIN; OXYCODONE (AS pir in; ox i KOE done) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

bleeding disorders, hemophilia

constipation or other intestinal problems

drink more than 3 alcohol- containing drinks per day

drug abuse or addiction

lung or breathing disease, like asthma

recent head injury

stomach ulcers

an unusual or allergic reaction to aspirin, oxycodone, codeine, other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives

pregnant or trying to get pregnant

breast- feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your medicine at regular intervals. You can take this medicine with food to prevent stomach upset. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

cidofovir

medicines that treat or prevent blood clots like warfarin or heparin

probenecid

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

acetazolamide

alcohol

antihistamines for allergy, cough and cold

barbiturates like phenobarbital

diuretics

medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances

medicines for seizures like phenytoin, valproic acid

medicines for sleep

methotrexate

muscle relaxants

naltrexone, naloxone

narcotic medicines (opiates) for pain

NSAIDs, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen

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